Having extreme cramps in my lower abdomen which become almost unbearable especially when going to the toilet. I find myself sitting on the toilet for more than an hour at a time for some relief even though nothing happens after the initial tiny bit of loose stool i pass. Had diarreah since last monday which has now subsided slightly and i am only passing small amounts of loose stools a few times a day. Saying that i feel constipated when sitting on the toilet, and feel as though there is a lot of pressure and like i need to push a large poo out. But nothing. The cramps are like the burny sensation you get in your lower abdomen when its that time of the month. I know it is not contractions as i have no tightening and the trace has also not picked up any contractions at the hospital. I am currently lying down with a hot water bottle curled up, as its the only position i can get comfortable even though im still in a lot of pain. I have taken paracetamol which has not helped. The feeling of needing to have a bowel movement is constant and i also feel like i constantly have to wee but only pass very little at a time(bear in mind i am going to the loo A LOT so thats explains why im only passing a little but does not explain the urge iykwim). Urine, blood pressure and everythings fine. So is baby. I have no idea whats happening in my body i just know im in a lot of pain and discomfort. Has anybody had this before? Everyone keeps saying its my body gearing up for labour but im not so sure, as have had no tightenings or contractions at all throughout this pregnancy, not even BH - just menstrual like cramps. Its only the past few days they have become unbearable though and a lot more intense than regular tummy cramps. Just looking for some answers really. Been and seen midwife at clinic and been to the hospital. I am 37+5 days pregnant with my first baby. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!